alopecia

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It’s unclear whether an increasing number of people are experiencing hair loss, although some researchers say lifestyle and dietary habits can bring on early onset androgenetic alopecia.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 25, 2026

One condition is known as alopecia areata which is an autoimmune disease where the body's immune system attacks the hair follicles - causing the hair to fall out.

From BBC • Nov. 5, 2025

Androgenetic alopecia develops gradually over time and is influenced by both genetic and hormonal factors.

From Science Daily • Oct. 10, 2025

They concurred that the quip about “G. I. Jane,” in reference to Ms. Pinkett-Smith’s very dignified and public experiences with alopecia, was triggering and unfit for the Oscars.

From Salon • Mar. 29, 2022

When hair-bearing areas are affected, epilation may occur without destroying the hair follicles and the hairs are reproduced, but if the reaction is excessive permanent alopecia may result.

From Manual of Surgery Volume First: General Surgery. Sixth Edition. by Thomson, Alexis